In Progress
4) Projects & Proof of Skill
Personal website (when it helps, when it doesn't)
If you are in Design, Marketing, or Front-End Development, you need one. It shows your style and your ability to build a user experience. If you are a Back-End Engineer or a Data Scientist, a clean GitHub profile or a well-written LinkedIn article is often better than a mediocre website. Only build a website if you are willing to keep it updated.
If you are in a technical field, your GitHub is often more important than your resume.
- A project without a README file is like a book without a cover. Your README should explain: 1) What is this? 2) Why did I build it? 3) How do you run it?
- Don't just upload all your code at once. Show that you work on it over time. Use clear messages like "Fixed login bug" instead of "update1" or "final final." This proves you know how to work in a professional environment.
Free Resource: How to create Professional Github Readme Profile
[How To Make Your GitHub Profile Look AMAZING\!](https://youtube.com/shorts/UFcR6q3PftU)
Resources
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